Pedal Distance
09-13-05, 04:19 PM
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Pedal Distance
What is a good starting point when determining pedal distance? I started with my pedals too far out and got achille's tendonitis. So I adjusted them in quite a bit and I still notice the achilles pain when I ride. If my leg is fully extended, with the pedal as far away as possible, it comes to my heal (or the bottom of my foot at a 90 degree angle). Is that still too far out? I haven't noticed any knee pain as of yet.
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09-13-05, 08:57 PM
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I think of the heel-on-the-pedal rule as a good place to start, but you may still need to fine tune the distance from there. As I'm finding out a year later, the Achilles tendon can still continue to be tender long after it's healed. Do your exercises at home, and if pedaling makes it hurt, back off a little bit.
09-13-05, 09:08 PM
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I thought heel on the pedal was a DF measurement. Bring it in further and see how it feels.
